Nationally Recognized Recruiter & Career Counselor Expert
With over 20 years of experience helping professionals advance their careers and organizations secure top talent, this site features photos and insights from Donna’s work in recruiting.
Featuring photos and insights from over 20 years of Donna’s experience in recruiting.
Master the Job Search in the AI Era.
The job search has changed. Your strategy needs to change with it.
AI, Applicant Tracking Systems, and evolving hiring practices have transformed how employers find and evaluate talent. In Getting Hired in the AI Era, nationally recognized recruiter and career strategist Donna Cornell draws on decades of recruiting and executive search experience to share practical strategies for navigating today’s competitive job market.
Learn how to strengthen your resume, use AI strategically, build a stronger professional presence, network effectively, and confidently communicate your value to employers.
Whether you’re starting your career, changing direction, returning to the workforce, or pursuing your next leadership opportunity, this book gives you the tools and confidence to take control of your job search.
Your next opportunity starts with the right strategy.
Coming soon to Amazon.
About Donna
I’ve always believed that success isn’t something you stumble upon, it’s something you build, one courageous step at a time. My own journey has been defined by those steps: some uncertain, some painful, all deeply transformative.
I grew up on a farm in Newburgh, New York. A chemical accident as a toddler left me physically scarred, and losing my mother at 14 left me emotionally scarred as well. Overnight, I became responsible for raising my two younger sisters — one was only three years old, the other still in diapers.
Awards & Media Mentions
Throughout my career, I have been honored by many organizations that recognize leadership, community service and the work I do to help people build better careers. I have also been featured on national media platforms where I share real, practical guidance that helps job seekers and professionals move forward. Take a look at the awards, interviews and media moments that have shaped my journey.
Get to know me more in this video.
Who Donna Helps
Job Seekers
Whether you are pursuing your next promotion or pivoting into a completely new field, I help you move forward with clarity and confidence. From resume positioning to interview strategy, I guide you step by step so you can secure opportunities that align with your strengths, values, and long term goals.
Companies
Building a high performing team requires more than simply filling a role. I work closely with employers and hiring managers to identify and attract exceptional talent that aligns with culture, leadership vision, and long term growth. My focus is on strategic placement that drives measurable impact.
What do my clients say?
Ready to stop hoping and
start getting hired?
Master the Interview. Get the Offer.
For over two decades, I’ve trained recruiters and hiring managers on how to evaluate candidates, and I know exactly what it takes to stand out.
In today’s competitive market, how you interview can make all the difference. I’ll show you how to communicate your value, navigate modern interviews, and position yourself as the candidate they choose.
Donna Cornell
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